Air Cargo

Increase in Air Cargo Increase Attributed to Middle Class Growth in China, Emerging Nations

October 25, 2013

Growth of the middle class in China and other emerging economies will contribute to the future of air cargo, said Des Vertannes, the global head of cargo at the International Air Transport Association.

Climate-Controlled Pharmaceutical Center Unveiled at Heathrow

October 21, 2013

Supply Chain Standard

IAG Cargo has opened a new pharmaceutical center at Heathrow airport, as part of the expansion of its temperature-controlled services.

American Airlines Cargo Expands Service in Orlando

October 17, 2013

American Airlines Cargo

American Airlines Cargo has begun offering full cargo service to and from Orlando, Fla.

Aviation Emission Reduction Agreement Welcomed by Freight Groups

October 17, 2013

Supply Chain Digital

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has decided on a mechanism to reduce carbon emissions from aviation activities, a move that has pleased the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) and the European Liaison Committee of Common Market Forwarders (CLECAT).

Despite Cutbacks, Air France-KLM Says It Plans to Stay in the Maindeck Airfreight Business

October 16, 2013

Air Cargo World

The Air France-KLM group (AF-KL) has pledged to remain in the maindeck cargo business, despite further reductions in its freighter complement. In a media briefing at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, Erik Varwijk, executive vice president of Air France-KLM-Martinair Cargo, said that over the next two years, the group will shed four of its current 14 freighters.

Lufthansa Cargo Adding Lima to Latin American Network

October 9, 2013

Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo is adding the Peruvian capital of Lima to its global route network, as of Oct. 27, 2013.

Demand for Airfreight Continues to See Slight Improvement in Growth

October 4, 2013

Air Cargo World

There was a continued modest improvement in air cargo markets in August, according to the International Air Transport Association. August airfreight demand was up 3.6 percent year over year, which is considerably better than the year-to-date performance of a 0.7-percent expansion.

U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling, Logistics Issues First Draft for Review

October 4, 2013

MHI

The first draft of the U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling & Logistics is now available for public review.

Freight Security Regulations Concern Air Cargo Interest Group

October 1, 2013

Handy Shipping Guide

A note of caution was sounded recently after some intensive discussions between the EU Commission and various bodies who are stakeholders with regard to air cargo security.

Lufthansa Cargo Schedules New Boeing 777 Freighters

September 26, 2013

Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo will be adding Boeing 777 freighters to its fleet, beginning in November of 2013.

Air Cargo

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding air cargo and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through air cargo solutions. New technologies that provide information during air shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As air cargo services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using air cargo solutions to power their supply chains.